After a long courageous battle with cancer, John passed away peacefully with family at his side. John was born in Osoppo, Udine, Italy. Predeceased by his wife Tina. Survived by his loving family, son Luciano (Tiziana), daughter Christine (Joe), grandchildren Danyel and Martina and his loving companion Marie. Brother Rico, sisters and brother in Italy, nieces and nephews. Prayers will be offered at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 25th at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 1450 Delta Avenue, Burnaby, B.C. Private family arrangements to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Lions Gate Hospital Foundation, proceeds to Chemotherapy would be appreciated.